The Elements of Humor, Scott Dikkers
The Elements of Humor, Scott Dikkers
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The Elements of Humor

Author: Scott Dikkers

Narrator: Scott Dikkers

Unabridged: 3 hr 42 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Ascent Audio

Published: 12/05/2024


Synopsis

Are you ready to elevate your writing, speeches, and conversations with unparalleled wit and comedy? Look no further than The Elements of Humor by bestselling author and comedy writing legend, Scott Dikkers. This isn't just another book on humor—it's a transformative guide that stands head and shoulders above the rest, designed to make you the funniest version of yourself.

While many writers treasure Strunk and White's Elements of Style for its writing standards and best practices, the realm of humor writing has long awaited a credible, comprehensive guide. Scott Dikkers answers the call with a book that is both hilarious and instructive, offering clear, replicable steps to infuse your writing and speaking with unforgettable humor. In the book, you'll find step-by-step guidance for everything from sophomoric pranks to sophisticated satire as you learn the fundamentals of crafting humor that resonates, as well as diverse humor strategies for different kinds of funny, including self-deprecation, referential jokes, shock humor, hyperbole, wordplay, slapstick, and even meta-humor.

The Elements of Humor is your key to making the people around you laugh. Perfect for enhancing presentations, content creation, or everyday conversations, this book will secure a prominent place on your library shelf.


About Scott Dikkers

Scott Dikkers is the founding editor of "The Onion," and the co-author of the bestselling book "Our Dumb Century," with over 500,000 copies sold.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Sonia on February 06, 2025

Recently, I’ve been interested in deconstructing humor, what makes a comment funny? What are the various forms of humor? How can one build up their funny bone? This book answers all of those questions succinctly and in an entertaining way. The author is the editor-in-chief of the Onion so has quite......more

Goodreads review by Michael on March 26, 2025

Entertainment & Engagement: Great. The book is filled with entertaining anecdotes, strong examples, and plenty of humour. The content is highly engaging, especially for readers interested in what makes things funny. Educational Value: Great. This book is not just about how to be funnier, but also about......more

Goodreads review by Ryan on March 10, 2025

What I love about this book is the tools it gives you. It helps break down why things our funny. The examples are clear and the exercises it gives are great. The biggest thing is going to be practice. You’ve got to find time to put in the effort and try the filters in different settings and places.......more